We did it with the OnePlus One and OnePlus 2 and we are now doing it for the OnePlus X. Wondering what we are talking about? We are talking about our uber stylish smartphone, the OnePlus X going invite-free in India!
The invite system has been crucial to letting us scale our operations and has given our fans a unique way to share our brand story with the people in their lives. It has been our constant endeavour to enhance the smartphone experience for all of you in taking risks by pushing ourselves and showing real improvements. That’s why we’re making the OnePlus X invite-free, forever, for a more cheerful buying experience.
Starting midnight tonight, February 5, 2016 onwards, the OnePlus X which includes all the three variants in Onyx Black, Champagne Gold and the limited edition Ceramic are available on Amazon India for purchase without any invites.
We are starting February off with a bang! Come be a part of the OnePlus revolution.
For those looking to get their hands on the limited edition OnePlus X made from Zirconia ceramic, the time has finally arrived. Designing technology with ceramics has been attempted – but never before mastered like this. Cultivating a new level of craftsmanship and artisanal luxury in smartphone design, we present to you our most elegant device yet. Available on the Amazon India store for a special price of Rs. 22,999, you will require a special invite to buy the Ceramic version.
OnePlus 2: B2X Early Insurance Buyers
Last November, we decided to offer the B2X Service and Protect services options to customers of the OnePlus 2 who had purchased their device during the launch month. While we got a tremendous response for the campaign, we are still receiving a lot of feedback from our fans on the lack of communication from the insurance provider.
We encourage you to once more fill up this form so that we can get in touch with you for availing the above services for your OnePlus smartphone. Rest assured, we are working with our partner closely to rectify this and we thank you again for bringing this to our notice and your patience in the matter.
OnePlus Accessories
Start 2016 off with a bang with a lot of our fan favourite accessories coming back in stock next week. Here’s a quick preview of the accessories being stocked on Amazon India:
Micro-USB Cable
Type-C Cable
USB Type-C Adapter
OnePlus Silver Bullet Earphones
OnePlus X Silicone Case (Red and Black)
OnePlus Premium Screen Protector for X
OnePlus 2 Flip Cover (Black and Gray)
OnePlus X Flip Cover (Silver and Black)
OnePlus Icons In-Ear Earphones (Graphite and Gold)
And finally, the special edition OnePlus Sandstone Case for Apple iPhone 6/6s will also be on sale next week. Prices for all accessories will be listed on Amazon India and the availability date on our social media channels.
Rooting your OnePlus Device
If you’ve ever wondered how to root your OnePlus device, our YouTube video below is all that you need to know. Carlo from our ROM team demonstrates with step-by-step instructions on Windows with the OnePlus 2. The same steps can be followed for any OnePlus device.
Yeah. The Star Wars hype is getting to us all but we have some awesome news coming your way next week.
The OnePlus Power Banks were a runaway hit the last time around and we’ve got plenty of stock this holiday season for the discerning accessory buyer. Expect the same to be in store on Amazon India in the coming week. Stay tuned to our social media channels for the launch sale date.
OnePlus 2: Available Invite-free on Amazon India
Rejoice fans for the OnePlus 2 has officially gone invite free starting this week. If you’ve been holding out this holiday season for a smartphone change, head over to Amazon and buy one today along with an assortment of accessories to complement your latest acquisition.
OnePlus X – Ceramic and Champagne GoldEditions
We have been getting plenty of enquiries from our fans on the availability of OnePlus X – Ceramic and Champagne Gold editions and we are happy to announce that we will be targeting a late December release for both. More details on the same coming to you in the following week.
OnePlus Icons In-Ear Earphones (Gold)
Audiophiles rejoice! As announced last week, the OnePlus Icons In-Ear Earphones with the “Gold” finish are now available for purchase on Amazon India. The distinctive OnePlus Icons design, most notably the two hollow columns, is inspired by the blueprint of an organ piano allowing one to experience a rich resonance of bass, ensuring clarity without distortion.
The OnePlus Icons are available for Rs. 2,999.
OnePlus Experience Stores
For the wonderful people of Hyderabad and Mumbai, we have news! Go out this weekend and experience our smartphones in the following venues for a complete hands-on view of our latest handsets.
Before I get to the update this week, our thoughts and prayers go out to the people of Chennai for braving the recent calamity that has struck this fantastic city. At OnePlus, we hope all of you and your families are safe and hoping that normalcy shall be restored soon. God Bless.
Open Sales for the OnePlus 2… Forever!
The festive spirit has started early at OnePlus India and to commemorate a special month, we will be doing away with the invite system for the OnePlus 2 from Monday, December 7, 2 PMonwards, forever. You heard us right. The invite system has been crucial in letting us scale our operations and has given our fans a unique way to share OnePlus with the people in their lives. We thank you for your constant support and in helping us spread the message of OnePlus further with our flagship offering.
Wild Phone Case for OnePlus 2
At OnePlus, we partner with the best of companies to add an extra measure of oomph that go well with our devices. This week, we are proud to present the iconic Hard Graft, a fantastic luxury leather goods maker who are bringing their Wild Phone Case for OnePlus 2. If you missed out on the blog-post earlier, it’s worth a read for the discerning buyer in you. The Wild Phone Case is available for purchase on Amazon India.
Trade in your old smartphone for a OnePlus Experience
This week, we announced a fantastic opportunity for consumers to move to a OnePlus smartphone experience by trading in their old devices for new in collaboration for ReGlobe. Head to our post for a quick recap on the offer which answers most of your queries in availing the scheme. What are you waiting for? Join the OnePlus revolution.
Red Carpets have their own charisma!
The OnePlus team headed to Mumbai this week to partake in the annual #FashionNights gala from GQ and boy were we star-struck. Check out GQ’s page on the two-day extravaganza and soak in the finest fashion show experience this December. As you could have guessed from the creative cover, the fabulous Mandira Bedi walked away with in our books as the best-dressed celebrity and her prize was a brand-new OnePlus X!
OnePlus Icons: Restock expected soon
OnePlus Icons, our latest accessory to hit the market has taken the audiophile world by storm. We sold out on our initial stock of the insanely great sounding headphones in less than a day. Thank you patrons! We’ll have more in stock soon, so keep checking back on our social media channels for the latest update. Joining the Graphite color option will be the Icons in Gold slated to be available on Amazon from mid-December onwards.
OnePlus Type-C Accessories
It has recently come to our attention that two of our products, the OnePlus Type-C cable and the OnePlus USB Type-C adapter, are using a resistor that may not be fully compatible with some third-party devices.
Please be rest assured that this cable and adapter are safe to use with the OnePlus 2. That means that if you’re charging or transferring data to or from the OnePlus 2, you should have no problems using the cable that shipped with your OnePlus 2 or the cables or adapters you bought separately on Amazon India. If you’ve purchased any of the above two accessories separately for use with other devices, we are offering an opportunity to apply for a refund on those products purchased through the Amazon India website. We advise you to return the item along with the purchase invoice to claim your refund at any of our service centres.
OnePlus X Hotfix Patch for v2.1.3
Our OxygenOS ROM team’s been working round-the-clock and have expedited a hotfix patch (2.1.3-x) for some of the common issues reported after our 2.1.3 OTA last week. This patch includes fixes for:
YouTube playback issues in Chrome
Keyboard lag experienced especially in Chrome
Lag experienced while scrolling in Chrome
The update has already begun rolling out for all OnePlus X users.
Remember the post by Carl where we promised faster roll-out of invites for the OnePlus X in November followed by an Open Sale in December? Yep. The time has finally arrived.
Starting 12 AM, December 10, 2015, the OnePlus X (Onyx) will be available for purchase on Amazon India sans invites for an entire day. You heard it right. If you’ve been waiting for a chance to “up” your smartphone style-ante before the turn of the year, this is your chance to get the best-looking phone in the market today.
The OnePlus X (Onyx) edition is available for a stellar price of ₹ 16,999.
Don’t forget to check out special insurance offerings for the OnePlus X being offered in partnership with Europe’s leading customer care partner, B2X. Not to mention, there are plenty of genuine accessories for the OnePlus X you can adorn your new smartphone with.
OnePlus together with OlaCabs brings the smartphone shopping experience to your doorstep
An in-app buying experience is nothing new. You like what you want, add it to the shopping cart, go through the payment regimen and finally wait for it to arrive. Easy peasy! But what if we made your smartphone buying experience even more convenient? Sounds interesting?Read on further.
For one-day only on December 8, 2015, OnePlus together with OlaCabs and Amazon India is bringing a whole new dimension to your smartphone purchase experience. A first in India, buying a OnePlus X is as handy as hailing for a cab on your app with same-day delivery guarantee (in less than 15 minutes of placing the order, no kidding!) and consumer-friendly payment options. The partnership will take place across seven cities namely Delhi/NCR, Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Ahmedabad.
Fans wishing to purchase the OnePlus X can open their Ola app and request a phone, just like they would book a cab, by clicking on the ‘ONEPLUSX’ category icon that will be available on the app between 10 AM and 7 PM. Once the request is received, an Ola cab will arrive at the customer’s location; along with a representative from OnePlus, with the smartphone. Customers will get a choice of paying for their OnePlus X handsets through cash (Cash On Delivery) or credit/debit cards.
Do note that you will not be able to order for your OnePlus X while already on the move via your Ola app.
A step-by-step illustrative guide on ordering for your OnePlus X powered by OlaCabs is showcased below for reference:
Fire up the Ola app on your existing smartphone
Look up the “ONEPLUSX” category icon and click on “Ride Now“
Confirm your selection in the next screen and hit “Ok“
The booking will be confirmed and the driver details will be displayed on the final screen
As OnePlus is about to celebrate its second anniversary, we want to make sure we are also taking the right steps to make positive change in the world. We’re back with a new eBay Giving Works auction, but this time we’re upping the ante. To kick off global sales of our limited-edition OnePlus X Ceramic version, we are auctioning off 5 actual ceramic devices – not just invites! – and all proceeds will go to charity: water.
“It’s great to see companies like OnePlus not only focus on building a premier product for their customers, but also make giving a part of their model,” says Scott Harrison, founder of charity: water. “We’re really excited to join forces with them to bring clean water to people in need around the world.”
Visit our eBay collection and put in your bids to get your hands on one of the very first OnePlus X Ceramic phones. More importantly, help us to support the amazing work that charity: water does around the world.
What is charity: water?
charity: water is a non-profit organization working to bring clean and safe water to more than 663 million people (that’s 1 in every 11 people in the world) without access to something that many of us take for granted every day. They focus on solutions that help people right here and right now: wells, filters, rainwater catchments, health education and more.
Why auction the OnePlus X Ceramic?
The OnePlus X Ceramic is a very limited edition of our most recently launched device. Zirconia ceramic is a difficult material to work with, but that’s why we decided to take on the challenge. About 20% of the ceramic backs we produce pass our rigorous quality tests, and only 10,000 units of this smartphone will be in existence. Therefore, we hope we can do our part to help others by kicking off our global sales of this limited edition phone in partnership with charity: water.
How does the auction work?
It’s as simple as bidding on any eBay listing – simply visit one of our OnePlus X Ceramic auctions, log in to your eBay account, and place your bid. The auctions will last five days, and bidding starts at $0.99.
What will I receive if I win?
All auction winners will receive their OnePlus X Ceramic, as well as a physical OnePlus X Ceramic invite to share. The highest bidder of the five auctions also wins a very special surprise.
Everyone deserves access to safe, drinkable water, and we’re very excited to work together with charity: water (and you!) to help them in their goal. Your donation will do wonders. Bid now!
Please note that the OnePlus X Ceramic will only be available in Europe, India, and Hong Kong. If a winner from the auction is not located in one of these regions, they will receive the European version of the OnePlus X Ceramic.
Google engineer Benson Leung recently tested the OnePlus 2‘s USB Type-C cable and said it “may cause damage to your charger, hub or PC USB port” if used on a fast-charging device. OnePlus has now admitted that it doesn’t conform to the USB Type-C 1.1 spec, and has agreed to give refunds to its customers. There’s one large caveat, however. Since the cable can’t cause problems with the OnePlus 2 itself (it’s not a fast-charging phone), the company won’t give refunds or replacement cables to buyers of the handset. Instead, it will only refund customers who purchased the cable separately.
The company’s logic
is that the cable works fine for its intended mission, charging the OnePlus 2. However, someone unaware of the issue could grab the cable (it’s bright red!) and use it to charge another phone or a laptop like Google’s Chromebook Pixel. Since it has the wrong resistor for the USB Type-C 1.1 specification (10 k-ohms instead of 56 k-ohms), the device could draw more power than the charger itself is able to support. A good USB charger will cut off without damage, but a bad one (and there are many out there) could fry, or worse, cause an electrical fire. A better solution might be to recall and replace all the cables out there, but if you’re planning to keep it, Leung recommends that you “mark it with a tag so you don’t forget it’s special.”
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Turn on the style, one accessory at a time
OnePlus X Flip Cover
We designed our Flip Cover to pair perfectly with the OnePlus X, and is available in two super colours, Silver and Black to match your chosen finish. Made from supple PU leather, you can house your OnePlus X in this premium design. Simply open the cover, and your phone springs to life. Close to instantly put your display to sleep and conserve battery life. Your screen is always protected.
OnePlus X Tempered Glass Screen Protector
The ultimate protection for the resplendent AMOLED screen that envelopes the OnePlus X. The OnePlus X Tempered Glass Screen Protector ensures the highest levels of durability, providing protection against scratches and drops. With an added layer of hydrophobic and oleophobic coating, liquids, fingerprints and dust are easily wiped away, ensuring a smudge-free viewing experience. Use your handset worry-free, always.
OnePlus X Translucent Gray and Clear Case
With a mesh lining, our Translucent Gray Case and Clear Case adheres to the OnePlus X and offers a premium feel. Enhanced with a smoky translucence or clear transparency, the beautiful design of the OnePlus X still peeks through while being protected from drops and scratches.
OnePlus X Silicone Case
With our OnePlus X Silicone Cases, you get the best of both worlds: hard plastic protection and a soft, grippy tactile feel from the silicone. Featuring an enclosed top and cutouts for the headphone jack and Alert Slider, your phone is protected from all angles while remaining practical. For an added bonus, the case comes lined with a special microfibre fabric that keeps your phone clean and fingerprint-free.
OnePlus X Cases
It’s as easy as snapping on a new case. Our custom protective shells each represent an interpretation of your own personal style. Each case is light and thin, keeping your OnePlus X protected without the extra bulk.
Karbon Case
The OnePlus X Karbon Case utilises real DuPont™ Kevlar® fibre that’s also found in bulletproof materials. Sporting a subtle black and gray geometric design, your OnePlus X will have an extra layer of stylish protection.
Bamboo Case
The durable and high-quality Nan Bamboo lends its most elegant attributes to our OnePlus X Bamboo Case. Following a high-temperature molding process, the bamboo fits your device like a glove. With 100% real bamboo, no two cases are alike.
Sandstone Case
Synonymous with the OnePlus brand, our one-of-a-kind Sandstone material is available as a protective case for the OnePlus X. Without being too soft or too rough, the Sandstone strikes a perfect textural balance.
OnePlus Micro-USB Cable (100 and 150cms)
We’ve optimised the OnePlus Micro-USB cable for maximum durability and easy storage. While traditional round cords tend to get tangled, we’ve equipped ours with a flat cable and handy silicone tie to solve the problem for good. In your bag or on your desk, you’ll never have to worry about tangled cables again. The OnePlus Micro-USB cable features gold-plated connectors and oxygen-free copper wire for a connection that is both stable and blazingly fast. Allowing for speeds up to a staggering 480Mbps, transferring large files and charging your device has never been so quick and easy.
Bold and eye-catching, the OnePlus Micro-USB cable embodies the superior design and craftsmanship you’ve come to expect from OnePlus. As durable as it is beautiful, we’ve rigorously tested our connectors to ensure the highest levels of dependability. Our attention to every detail is a true testament to the Never Settle philosophy.
All the accessories are available starting today only on Amazon! Stay tuned for more such fantastic accessories coming to India soon.
The OnePlus X breaks new ground for the young Chinese company. Making the X, OnePlus eschewed its usual formula of stuffing the best processor in a ridiculously cheap phone. Instead, it has repurposed the internals of its debut OnePlus One into a smaller phone with a lower $249 price tag. But in achieving that admittedly impressive feat, it’s gone against its own mantra.
